Senior Program Manager - Transportation

Job Description

We are seeking a highly qualified Program Manager with a transportation/infrastructure background ready to support our growing Midwestern operations. The ideal candidate would be a Registered Professional Engineer in Illinois with a strong background in civil or structural engineering and an ability to lead complex transportation programs in collaboration with state and local agencies.

• The prospective candidate will oversee and manage large‑scale transportation programs from planning through execution, coordinating with agencies and stakeholders to ensure compliance and successful project delivery. This role includes providing technical leadership on rail/transit and bridge projects, supporting construction management activities while maintaining safety and quality standards, and preparing and reviewing technical reports, proposals, and documentation with exceptional written communication skills.
  
  Additionally, the position requires fostering strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring clear, professional communication throughout all phases of the project.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 15 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Registered professional engineer in Illinois – civil engineer or structural engineer preferred.
• Program management experience required (5 years or more).
• Construction management experience.
• Experience with Local or State Agencies.
• Experience with roadway, rail/transit, or bridges.
• Good written communication skills.
• Fluency in English.

Expert knowledge of corporate governance practices, organization design principles, accounting principles, finance, supply chain management, and organization management. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to understand highly complex technical, professional and business materials.

10% domestic travel.

Pay range: $140,670 – $260,208.

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.